Hysteroscopy

A minimally invasive procedure that lets our specialists directly view and treat the inside of your uterus — correcting abnormalities that may be preventing pregnancy or causing recurrent miscarriage.

Diagnostic vs Operative Hysteroscopy

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Diagnostic

•Unexplained infertility evaluation
•Recurrent implantation failure
•Abnormal uterine bleeding
•Pre-IVF uterine assessment

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Operative (Treatment)

•Removal of endometrial polyps
•Submucosal fibroid removal (myomectomy)
•Division of uterine septum
•Release of intrauterine adhesions (Asherman syndrome)

What Hysteroscopy Can Find & Fix

Endometrial Polyps

Soft growths on the uterine lining that can interfere with implantation. Removed during the same procedure.

Submucosal Fibroids

Fibroids that protrude into the uterine cavity and distort its shape — a common but treatable cause of infertility.

Uterine Septum

A congenital tissue band dividing the uterine cavity — associated with recurrent miscarriage. Divided hysteroscopically.

Asherman's Syndrome

Intrauterine adhesions (scar tissue) usually from prior D&C procedures. Released to restore a normal cavity.

Hysteroscopy — FAQs

What is hysteroscopy?▼

Hysteroscopy is a procedure where a thin, lighted telescope (hysteroscope) is passed through the cervix into the uterus. It allows the surgeon to directly view the inside of the uterine cavity on a monitor, and if needed, small instruments can be passed through the hysteroscope to treat abnormalities at the same time.

Is hysteroscopy done under anaesthesia?▼

Diagnostic hysteroscopy can often be performed with no anaesthesia or light sedation in an outpatient setting. Operative hysteroscopy (where treatment is performed) is usually done under general or regional anaesthesia.

Why is hysteroscopy done before IVF?▼

The uterine cavity must be normal for an embryo to implant successfully. Hysteroscopy before IVF identifies and treats uterine abnormalities such as polyps, fibroids, septum, or adhesions that could reduce IVF success rates.

How long does hysteroscopy take?▼

A diagnostic hysteroscopy takes 10–20 minutes. An operative hysteroscopy may take 20–60 minutes depending on the procedure. Most patients go home the same day.

What is recovery like after hysteroscopy?▼

Mild cramping and light bleeding for 1–3 days is normal. Most women return to normal activities within a day or two. IVF can usually proceed in the cycle following hysteroscopy.

Book a Hysteroscopy Consultation

Our specialists will evaluate whether hysteroscopy is indicated before or during your fertility workup.